Assistant Procurement Manager

HEALTH AND HAPPINESS (H&H) SINGAPORE PTE. LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nutrition company in Singapore is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage daily operations in procurement. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in procurement, particularly in the FMCG industry. Responsibilities include purchase order management, supplier performance analysis, and collaboration on process improvements. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in MS Excel are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in procurement, preferably in FMCG.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English; Chinese preferred.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and structure in work approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of procurement tasks.
• Prepare and analyze procurement data and reports.
• Collaborate with teams for continuous process improvements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in procurement or related disciplines

Recognized qualification in procurement

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

A bit about H&H Group

Health & Happiness (H&H) Group is a publicly traded company, with established market positions in more than 15 countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America and Oceania with over 3,300 team members working across the globe. Our vision is focused on premium nutrition and lifetime wellness, backed by science. We have 3 business segments – Baby, Adult and Pet Nutrition and Care – supporting whole-family health and happiness across 7 international brands.

On our journey to making a positive difference across the world, you will work with passionate people in an innovative and collaborative organization as we inspire wellness through #PurposeLedCareers!

We are passionate about our customers and community and are looking for similar-minded talent to join us! As an equal opportunity employer, we care deeply about creating an inclusive workplace where our team members feel valued, respected, and empowered.

Role Overview

As the independent contributor of the Singapore Procurement Tower (SGPT), fully in charge of the daily operations and management of the SGPT activities.

Key Responsibilities

Procure-to-Pay Management

• Create and issue purchase orders (PO) to Contract Manufacturers (CMs) and related inter-company PO
• Ensure communication of PO to CMs in time, following up each order shipment plans from creation to payment
• Ensure efficient execution of all regular procurement duties and administrative work
• Work with internal parties to ensure data accuracy of PO in systems, including all products and supplier data setup and maintenance
• Follow up and analyze PO execution & completion.
• Check supplier shipping documents and prepare related internal documents.
• Liaise with internal parties to make sure all specifications are communicated and received by CMs.
• Identify and drive procure-to-pay process improvements and maximize operational efficiency and utilization related to procure-to-pay process.

Reporting

• Prepare and analyze supplier KPIs and monitor costing regularly
• Report, consolidate and analyze procurement tower spending
• Report procurement data to cross functional teams

Procurement Tower Management and Projects

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to evaluate current business processes to streamline / remove inefficiencies for continuous improvement.
• Map out and update team SOP.
• Design and execute solutions for evolving business needs and drive end-to-end implementation and enforcement of policies.
• Leverage cross-functional partnerships to institutionalize policies, ensuring organization-wide comprehension, adoption, and consistent application.
• Assess project budget and risks from procurement standpoint
• Build and maintain close relationships with internal parties and CMs through all phases of needs assessments
• Prepare and submit project status reports for minimizing exposure and risks on the project or closure of escalations.
• Support ad hoc projects and duties as assigned by manager

Desired Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree holder, preferably in procurement, supply chain management or any related disciplines
• A recognized qualification in procurement would be considered an asset
• Min 5 years work experience in the Procurement field, experience in FMCG industry is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good command of both written and spoken in English and Chinese preferred
• Demonstrated business analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail, the ability to structure an approach to work.
• Ability to work independently with excellent time management.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good presentation and report writing skills
• Sound knowledge of ERP system, and knowledge of Oracle NetSuite is an advance.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint

H&H Group believes in the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace and aims to reflect the varied cultures within which we exist. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, creating a safe and inclusive environment for all.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, religions, racial and gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities and cultures, and our hiring decisions will be based on business needs, position requirements, and the qualifications and experience of individuals. If you require support or assistance during the application process, please notify us at the time of application and we will be sure to enable reasonable adjustments where suitable.

If you have what it takes, please apply via the online portal and we will be in touch soon. We move quickly and may fill the role prior to the application close date, so we suggest you get in touch today!

Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with experience. All personal data collected is for recruitment purposes only.